Athletic Shoes

An athletic shoe is a generic name for a shoe designed for sporting activities, and is different in style and build than a dress shoe. Originally known as sporting apparel, today they are known as casual footwear. more...

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Depending on what part of the world you live in, they can also go by the name sport shoes, running shoes, gym shoes, tennis shoes, sneakers (American English), trainers (British English), runners (Canadian English), or sandshoes (Australian English). In some urban areas in the United States, the slang for casual athletic shoes is kicks. In Hiberno-English the term is runners. In South African English the term used is takkies.

Use of athletic shoes

Use in sports

The term athletic shoes is used for running, basketball and tennis (amongst others) but tends to exclude shoes for sports such as football (soccer) and rugby, which are generally called "boots," or "cleats".

The shoes themselves are made of flexible material, typically featuring a sole made of rubber. While the original design was basic, manufacturers have since tailored athletic shoes for the different purposes that they can be used for. An example is the spike developed for the shoe soles for running.

Role of Golf Shoes in the Sport

Golf game involves walking about 7,000 yards. Therefore, we need a good traction and grip, until we finish our swing process. Golf shoes help us to perform well in the game. It provides maximum traction, foot and arch support. It gives increased durability and stability. Golf shoes possesses these essential features by way of the components and materials, that go in its making. New model golf shoes are featured with PU (polyurethane) foot bed combined with charcoal. This enables breathing ability and keeps your feet cool. Moisture is completely sucked by the presence of technical lining present in this shoe. Sometimes golf shoes are also used as hiking shoes or hiking boots, because these shoes are designed with orthopedics in mind. These shoes perfectly fit and keep your feet in shape due to memory-fit insole.

Casual use

Athletic shoes have also been tailored for the casual market, and are popular especially with young people. The terms sneakers and trainers tend to be associated more with the casual use of athletic shoes.

Sneakers that are worn casually are made with a more simple "retro" design which are made to be more aesthetically pleasing than sneakers specifically designed for sports or exercise. Ironically enough, however, sneakers that were once designed for athletic purposes are now more commonly used for fashion. Examples include Converse's Chuck Taylor All Star which was designed for basketball and Adidas' Samba, a soccer boot created for indoor soccer.

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